OR Nurse

National Blood & Cancer Center - NBCC; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 167,000 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

National Blood & Cancer Center - NBCC is seeking a qualified Operating Room (OR) Nurse in Riyadh to provide safe perioperative care. The role includes preparing the OR, assisting the surgical team, and maintaining sterile conditions throughout procedures.

The ideal candidate holds a Nursing degree, valid SCFHS, and BLS certification, with prior perioperative experience. You will collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and staff to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing is required.
• Valid SCFHS license.
• BLS certification required.
• Experience in an operating room or perioperative setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize the operating room and ensure instruments and supplies are ready.
• Assist surgeons and the team during procedures.
• Perform scrub and circulating nurse duties per protocol.
• Maintain aseptic techniques and infection prevention standards.
• Monitor patients pre-, intra-, and postoperatively with teams.
• Document nursing assessments and procedures in patient records.
• Ensure proper cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization of equipment.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure safe surgical care.
• Respond promptly to emergencies and safety concerns.

Skills

Sterile techniques

Infection control

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

SCFHS license

BLS certification

Job description

Job Title: Operating Room (OR) Nurse

Job Brief:

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Operating Room (OR) Nurse to provide safe, high-quality nursing care to patients undergoing surgical procedures. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing the operating room, assisting the surgical team, maintaining a sterile environment, and ensuring patient safety throughout the perioperative process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and organize the operating room, ensuring all surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies are available and functioning properly.
• Assess patients' preoperative needs and verify patient identity, surgical procedures, consent forms, and relevant medical records.
• Assist surgeons and other members of the surgical team during procedures as required.
• Perform scrub and circulating nurse duties in accordance with established clinical protocols.
• Maintain strict aseptic techniques and ensure compliance with infection prevention and control standards.
• Monitor patients' conditions before, during, and after surgical procedures, in coordination with the anesthesia and surgical teams.
• Perform surgical instrument, sponge, and needle counts in accordance with established safety protocols.
• Ensure the proper handling, labeling, and transfer of surgical specimens.
• Prepare patients for surgery and provide appropriate nursing care during the perioperative period.
• Recognize and respond promptly to emergencies and changes in patients' conditions.
• Document nursing assessments, interventions, and surgical procedures accurately in patients' medical records.
• Ensure proper cleaning, disinfection, sterilization, and storage of surgical instruments and equipment in coordination with the relevant departments.
• Collaborate effectively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure safe and efficient surgical care.
• Comply with hospital policies, clinical guidelines, patient safety requirements, and applicable healthcare regulations.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree Nursing
• Valid Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS)
• Proven clinical experience in an operating room or perioperative nursing setting.
• Strong knowledge of surgical procedures, sterile techniques, infection prevention, and patient safety standards.
• Familiarity with surgical instruments, operating room equipment, and perioperative protocols.
• Ability to recognize and respond effectively to clinical emergencies.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary surgical team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and safety.
• Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.